GeForce 930MX vs UHD Graphics 630

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 930MX

2 GB 17

1,278

+3.8%

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Mobile)

GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

Intel UHD Graphics 630

Shared System RAM 15

1,231

0.0%

Arc Graphics 130T

Arc A770M

Arc B580

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce 930MX

2016

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 16.0 vs 0 G3D/$ ($80 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (2 GB vs Unknown).
✅Less risky long-term buy than Intel UHD Graphics 630: it remains the more sensible modern option while Intel UHD Graphics 630 is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Trade-offs

❌Very weak future-proofing: 2016-era hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.

Intel UHD Graphics 630

2017

Why buy it

✅More future proof: Generation 9.5 (2016−2020) on 14nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 2 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Very weak future-proofing: 2017-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 16.0 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $80 MSRP).

GeForce 930MX

2016

Intel UHD Graphics 630

2017

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 16.0 vs 0 G3D/$ ($80 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (2 GB vs Unknown).
✅Less risky long-term buy than Intel UHD Graphics 630: it remains the more sensible modern option while Intel UHD Graphics 630 is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Why buy it

✅More future proof: Generation 9.5 (2016−2020) on 14nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Very weak future-proofing: 2016-era hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 2 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Very weak future-proofing: 2017-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 16.0 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $80 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce 930MX better than Intel UHD Graphics 630?

Yes. GeForce 930MX is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 1,278 vs 1,231 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce 930MX is a 2016 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while Intel UHD Graphics 630 is a 2017 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce 930MX is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more VRAM at 2 GB instead of Unknown. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce 930MX can still make sense if you find it at the right price, especially around $80 MSRP. GeForce 930MX is still the smarter buy for most people, though, because the raw performance is close while the overall package is cleaner. GeForce 930MX is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $80 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 3.8% higher G3D Mark. Intel UHD Graphics 630 is the newer 2017 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does Intel UHD Graphics 630 make more sense than GeForce 930MX?

Yes. Intel UHD Graphics 630 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still fine for 1080p, but 1440p and especially 4K require more compromise. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce 930MX. The trade-off is that GeForce 930MX currently gives you 3.8% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce 930MX Benchmark Check

Intel UHD Graphics 630 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
1080p
low	26 FPS	15 FPS
medium	16 FPS	11 FPS
high	11 FPS	6 FPS
ultra	6 FPS	4 FPS
1440p
low	16 FPS	10 FPS
medium	10 FPS	6 FPS
high	5 FPS	3 FPS
ultra	3 FPS	1 FPS
4K
low	7 FPS	4 FPS
medium	5 FPS	2 FPS
high	3 FPS	1 FPS
ultra	2 FPS	1 FPS

Open GeForce 930MX Open Intel UHD Graphics 630

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
1080p
low	58 FPS	55 FPS
medium	38 FPS	44 FPS
high	26 FPS	33 FPS
ultra	17 FPS	23 FPS
1440p
low	20 FPS	42 FPS
medium	12 FPS	26 FPS
high	8 FPS	19 FPS
ultra	6 FPS	14 FPS
4K
low	6 FPS	23 FPS
medium	3 FPS	14 FPS
high	3 FPS	11 FPS
ultra	2 FPS	8 FPS

Open GeForce 930MX Open Intel UHD Graphics 630

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
1080p
low	58 FPS	55 FPS
medium	46 FPS	44 FPS
high	38 FPS	37 FPS
ultra	29 FPS	28 FPS
1440p
low	43 FPS	42 FPS
medium	35 FPS	33 FPS
high	29 FPS	28 FPS
ultra	22 FPS	21 FPS
4K
low	29 FPS	28 FPS
medium	23 FPS	22 FPS
high	19 FPS	18 FPS
ultra	14 FPS	14 FPS

Open GeForce 930MX Open Intel UHD Graphics 630

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
1080p
low	58 FPS	55 FPS
medium	46 FPS	44 FPS
high	38 FPS	27 FPS
ultra	29 FPS	19 FPS
1440p
low	14 FPS	9 FPS
medium	11 FPS	7 FPS
high	10 FPS	5 FPS
ultra	8 FPS	4 FPS
4K
low	10 FPS	6 FPS
medium	7 FPS	4 FPS
high	6 FPS	3 FPS
ultra	5 FPS	2 FPS

Open GeForce 930MX Open Intel UHD Graphics 630

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 930MX and Intel UHD Graphics 630

GeForce 930MX

The GeForce 930MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 952 MHz to 1020 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 17W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,278 points.

Intel UHD Graphics 630

The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 1 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 184 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,231 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 930MX scores 1,278 and the Intel UHD Graphics 630 reaches 1,231 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 930MX is built on Maxwell while the Intel UHD Graphics 630 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm+++. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 930MX) vs 184 (Intel UHD Graphics 630). Raw compute: 0.7834 TFLOPS (GeForce 930MX) vs 0.4232 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 630). Boost clocks: 1020 MHz vs 1150 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
G3D Mark Score	1,278+4%	1,231
Architecture	Maxwell	Generation 9.5
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm+++
Shading Units	384+109%	184
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7834 TFLOPS+85%	0.4232 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1020 MHz	1150 MHz+13%
ROPs	8+167%	3
TMUs	24+4%	23

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce 930MX gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 930MX comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 630 has 0 MB. The GeForce 930MX offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 930MX draws 17W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 630's 15W — a 12.5% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 930MX) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 630). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

Feature	GeForce 930MX	Intel UHD Graphics 630
TDP	17W	15W-12%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	75.2	82.1+9%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 930MX launched at $80 MSRP, while the Intel UHD Graphics 630 launched at $0. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 costs 100+% less ($80 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 16.0 (GeForce 930MX) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 630) — the Intel UHD Graphics 630 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 630 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).